Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Khan M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
56 East Ave Austin TX, 78701About
Ghulam Mustafa Khan, MD, is an established psychiatrist with Austin Travis County Integral Care in Austin, Texas, He specializes in general psychiatry, substance abuse, and emergency psychiatry. He received his medical degree at Jinnah Sindh Medical University in 1991 and trained at Austin State Hospital. Dr. Khan is board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, engages in local and regional public speaking, and maintains active professional society memberships with the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, and the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physician.
Education and Training
Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan 1991
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1992
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Khan M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Why am I not happy as all other moms around me are?
Sounds like you are experiencing a depressive ss. This can be an adjustment to new role as well. Please start seeing a therapist and if they recommend you should see a psychiatrist. You should get a physical exam as well. This is genetic disorder as well. All the best. READ MORE
Can schizophrenia be treated?
Thank you for your question. Sure! It is medical disorder caused by Bio-psycho social stressors. Your symptoms can be controlled with medications /and you will not be as pre occupied this. Please seek help. All the best. READ MORE
My brother is 39 and single, and I think it's making him depressed. What can we do to help?
Please set up an appointment with psychiatrist as he can other psychiatric disorders as well/ Depression is like fever it is a symptom we need to investigate why he is depressed. All the best. READ MORE
Bipolar Medicaton
Thank you for your question! Lithium is best proved medication for bipolar d.o but it all depends on your severity and recurrence of Bipolar. All the best. READ MORE
My son is failing in school. Should I consult a counselor?
Sure! Sorry to hear this. Please you should encourage to see a counselor as he can various other issues and we need to get him proper help. All the best. READ MORE
Is being obsessed with one's looks some sort of a disease?
Thanks for the question! Yes, if it is causing issues in your daily routine, it may need to be evaluated and you can start with finding a therapist. READ MORE
Is excess sex drive a mental health problem?
Sure! You need to get into therapy and get evaluated. I don't know your age or frequency. At a young age, it can be normal. Please get into therapy and get a further evaluation. READ MORE
How can my teenage daughter be cured of anorexia?
Please get her seen by a psychiatrist as we are more trained in treating eating disorders and she might need medications as well. Thank you. READ MORE
Is excessive sleeping a side effect of anti depressants?
Sure! Some antidepressants cause sedation and she can switch to bed time as well. But please contact her doctor and follow their recommendations. All the best. READ MORE
Can depression cause physical symptoms?
Please get a physical exam and basic labs to be medically cleared. If this is just depression, it will get better. All the best. READ MORE
Winter leaves me feeling very depressed and dejected. Is it normal?
Sure! It can be SAD and if it is severe, you can try some medications and please see a therapist and psychiatrist as well. All the best. READ MORE
I do not feel like I am properly loving my child. Is it post natal depression?
Baby blues are normal, but they are very mild and do not cause any daily routine issues. If it is severe and causing issues, please see a therapist as well as psychiatrists, as it could be postpartum depression. READ MORE
My colleague is undergoing severe stress at work. Can a therapist help him?
Sure! It can be challenging to confront him, but if he accepts that he has issues, then a therapist will be a good resource. Thank you. READ MORE
My husband’s death has left my son shattered. How can I help him cope with the loss?
I am so sorry to hear about your loss! May All mighty give you and him strength to cope. It has been 7 months and he is still struggling to cope, please have him seen by a therapist as he is showing some complicated grief. My prayers are with you and your family. READ MORE
Why do I feel gloomy and sad during winters?
Thanks for your question. Light plays a very important role in our mood and less exposure of light can lead to depressive ss. There is diagnosis of Seasonal affective d.o which describes sever depression in winter months. You have some ss but if if you cannot control and it disrupts your daily activities please seek help. READ MORE
Is schizophrenia hereditary?
Genetic plays an important role in schizophrenia as well, which usually starts in late teens or early 20's. I don't know his age? Late onset is very rare. If he is working and functioning well in life, please don't worry. All the best. READ MORE
Can BP medicines cause hallucination?
I don't know her age. Yes, high BP can cause delirium and lead to hallucinations. If it is frequent, then she needs to be evaluated. Thank you. READ MORE
My wife is a shopaholic. Is it a behavior or a medical problem?
This could be symptom of Mania/Hypo-mania. Please have her evaluated. Thank you. READ MORE
Is OCD a disease?
Yes it is a psychiatric d/o. Please seek help. READ MORE
How can I help my teenage son deal with failure?
We all are not born genius. Please support him. He might have a variety of Psychiatric issues. Don't pressurise him and have him see a Psychiatrist. Thank you. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Surgical management of selected pituitary macroadenomas using extended endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach: early experience.
- Pharmacognostic standardization, antioxidant and free radical scavenging activity of the seeds of Triticum aestivum L - A dietary staple.
- Typhoid vaccine introduction: An evidence-based pilot implementation project in Nepal and Pakistan.
- Endoscopic endonasal transplanum transtuberculum approach for retrochiasmatic craniopharyngiomas: Operative nuances.
- Extended endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach for retrochiasmatic craniopharyngioma: Surgical technique and results.
- Electrochemical investigation on the corrosion inhibition of mild steel by Quinazoline Schiff base compounds in hydrochloric acid solution.
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
Internships
- Austin State Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, Texas Society of Psychiatric Physician
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being genuine and having empathy for the suffering of others. He believes that mental health is just as important as physical health.
Hobbies / Sports
- Running
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